1971 ZIL 114 vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1705 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1971 ZIL 114 (581 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 ZIL 114 | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | ZIL | Pontiac |
| Model | 114 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3175 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3770 mm | 2750 mm |
