1985 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1985 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 15 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 220 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, 1985 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac 1000 | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Pontiac | ZAZ |
| Model | 1000 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2170 mm |
