1987 Buick Estate vs. 1971 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1971 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1971 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1971 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 1971 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Buick | ZAZ |
Model | Estate | 966 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 885 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2170 mm |