2002 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 29 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 80 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 966 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 ZIL 114. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | ZIL |
| Model | Touareg | 114 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 3180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3770 mm |
