1990 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1969 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 21 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), 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1969 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 910 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, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lincoln Mark VII | 1969 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Lincoln | ZAZ |
| Model | Mark VII | 966 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 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 | 138 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
