2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1099 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 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1987 Zastava Yugo has manual transmission. 1987 Zastava Yugo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Mercury | Zastava |
| Model | Mountaineer | Yugo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 48 L |
