2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1964 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 1964 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Ford | ZAZ |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2030 mm |
