1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1900 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.
Because 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Zastava Yugo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Toyota | Zastava |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 48 L |
