1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1331 kg more than 1966 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 ZAZ 966. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Nissan | ZAZ |
| Model | Patrol | 966 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2170 mm |
