2003 Lexus SC vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC is newer by 33 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 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 1000 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.
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, 2003 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Lexus | ZAZ |
| Model | SC | 966 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2170 mm |
