1985 Volvo 780 vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (145 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 680 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 Volvo 780 (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volvo 780 | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Volvo | ZAZ |
| Model | 780 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2170 mm |
