2008 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 21 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 596 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 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.

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2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 1987 Zastava Yugo
Make Volkswagen Zastava
Model Tiguan Yugo
Year Released 2008 1987
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 1372 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.6 mm 67.4 mm
Top Speed 192 km/hour 160 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 14.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1546 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 48 L