1995 Opel Frontera vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 899 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.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 ZAZ 966. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Opel | ZAZ |
| Model | Frontera | 966 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2170 mm |
