1987 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 19 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (38 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 546 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (194 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (72 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | ZAZ |
| Model | Carlton | 966 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2170 mm |
