2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 600 kg more than 1965 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Lotus | ZAZ |
| Model | Esprit | 966 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2170 mm |
