2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1971 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 37 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1971 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1238 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.
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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1971 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Jeep | ZAZ |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 966 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 885 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2170 mm |
