1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1960 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1968 Dodge Polara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Polara (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 880 kg more than 1960 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, 1968 Dodge Polara (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Polara | 1960 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Dodge | ZAZ |
| Model | Polara | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2030 mm |
