2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 37 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1892 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 ZAZ 966. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Land Rover | ZAZ |
| Model | Range Rover | 966 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 392 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2170 mm |
