1972 ZIL 114 vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1573 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro. 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, 1972 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 ZIL 114 | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | ZIL | Holden |
| Model | 114 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3175 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3770 mm | 2800 mm |
