1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1971 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1040 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZAZ |
| Model | Caprice | 966 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 885 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2170 mm |
