1973 ZIL 114 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 111 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1919 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 1973 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 ZIL 114 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | ZIL | Chevrolet |
| Model | 114 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3180 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3770 mm | 2830 mm |
