1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1964 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1964 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, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1964 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZAZ |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2030 mm |
