1998 Rover 400 vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 11 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 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 170 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 400 | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
Make | Rover | Zastava |
Model | 400 | Yugo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 67.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |