2001 GMC Safari vs. 1969 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1969 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1969 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1969 ZAZ 966. 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 1969 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | GMC | ZAZ |
| Model | Safari | 966 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2170 mm |
