1998 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 970 kg more than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZAZ |
| Model | C | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2030 mm |
