1993 Holden Commodore vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1993 Holden Commodore is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 658 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Holden | ZAZ |
| Model | Commodore | 966 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2170 mm |
