1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1967 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 840 kg more than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 1967 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | ZAZ |
| Model | Golf | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
