1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 31 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1070 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 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Toyota | ZAZ |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 966 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2170 mm |
