1996 Rover 200 vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Zastava Yugo would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1987 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, 1996 Rover 200 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Rover | Zastava |
| Model | 200 | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
