1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1969 ZIL 114
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 7,962 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 ZIL 114 (254 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2000 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1969 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 1969 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Nissan | ZIL |
| Model | Bluebird | 114 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3770 mm |
