2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 582 kg more than 1968 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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (72 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Pontiac | ZAZ |
| Model | Grand Prix | 966 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2170 mm |
