1979 Ford LTD vs. 1962 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 960 kg more than 1962 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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 1962 ZAZ Jalta | |
Make | Ford | ZAZ |
Model | LTD | Jalta |
Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2030 mm |