2000 Opel Frontera vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1970 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 ZAZ 966. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Frontera | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Opel | ZAZ |
| Model | Frontera | 966 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2170 mm |
