2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1962 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 940 kg more than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 ZAZ Jalta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 ZAZ Jalta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 1962 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Nissan | ZAZ |
| Model | Pathfinder | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |
