1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1978 Holden Sunbird is newer by 8 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 420 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, 1978 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Sunbird | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Holden | ZAZ |
| Model | Sunbird | 966 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2170 mm |
