2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1971 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1971 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 890 kg more than 1971 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 ZAZ 966. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1971 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Land Rover | ZAZ |
| Model | Defender | 966 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 885 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2170 mm |
