1988 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1969 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1969 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1969 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 960 kg more than 1969 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, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Crown Victoria | 1969 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Ford | ZAZ |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 966 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2170 mm |
