1967 Opel Record vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1967 Opel Record is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966.
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, 1967 Opel Record (152 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Opel | ZAZ |
| Model | Record | 966 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2511 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |
