1971 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 888 kg more than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 1994 ZAZ Slavuta has manual transmission. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | 1994 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Rover | ZAZ |
| Model | 3.5 Litre | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2330 mm |
