1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 1986 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Zastava Yugo would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Zastava Yugo. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1986 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 298 kg more than 1986 Zastava Yugo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Zastava Yugo. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Tracer | 1986 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Mercury | Zastava |
| Model | Tracer | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2160 mm |
