1971 ZIL 114 vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 40 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 130 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1597 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 ZIL 114 | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | ZIL | Suzuki |
| Model | 114 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3175 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3770 mm | 2640 mm |
