2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 740 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.
Because 1963 ZAZ Jalta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 ZAZ Jalta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Renault | ZAZ |
| Model | Laguna | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
