1961 ZAZ Jalta vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1213 kg more than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 ZAZ Jalta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 ZAZ Jalta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 ZAZ Jalta | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | ZAZ | Buick |
| Model | Jalta | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2936 mm |
