1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1963 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
Make | Oldsmobile | ZAZ |
Model | Toronado | Jalta |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2030 mm |