1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 5 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (38 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 606 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (72 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Chrysler | ZAZ |
| Model | Charger | 966 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2170 mm |
