1963 ZAZ Jalta vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 900 kg more than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 ZAZ Jalta | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | ZAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalta | SLK |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2431 mm |
