1981 Buick Estate vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1981 Buick Estate is newer by 15 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 1136 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.
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, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Buick | ZAZ |
Model | Estate | 966 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 54.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2170 mm |