1966 Jaguar MK II vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1970 ZAZ 966 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 712 kg more than 1970 ZAZ 966. 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, 1966 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK II | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Jaguar | ZAZ |
| Model | MK II | 966 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2170 mm |
