1999 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1966 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 970 kg more than 1966 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | 1966 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZAZ |
| Model | E | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2030 mm |
