1981 Porsche 928 vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1981 Porsche 928 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 928 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1970 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 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 928 | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Porsche | ZAZ |
Model | 928 | 966 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 54.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |