1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. 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 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZAZ |
Model | 420 | Jalta |
Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2030 mm |