1993 Ford Mustang vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1993 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mustang weights approximately 520 kg more than 1965 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, 1993 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mustang | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Ford | ZAZ |
Model | Mustang | 966 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2170 mm |