1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZAZ |
| Model | 250 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2170 mm |
