1968 ZAZ 966 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1934 kg more than 1968 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 ZAZ 966 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | ZAZ | Cadillac |
| Model | 966 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 887 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2946 mm |
