1975 Ford Escort vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 183 kg more than 1970 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, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Ford | ZAZ |
| Model | Escort | 966 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
