1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 20 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 178 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2004 kg more than 1993 Ford Sierra. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Ford | ZIL |
| Model | Sierra | 114 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 3180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3770 mm |
