1981 Ford Granada vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 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 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Ford | ZAZ |
| Model | Granada | 966 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2170 mm |
