2000 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1967 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 628 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 1967 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 1967 ZAZ Jalta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Golf | 1967 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | ZAZ |
| Model | Golf | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |
