1973 ZIL 114 vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (255 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1354 kg more than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 ZIL 114 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 ZIL 114. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 ZIL 114 | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | ZIL | Buick |
| Model | 114 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 3180 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3770 mm | 2837 mm |
