2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 32 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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 547 more horse power than 1973 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1973 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2100 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 ZIL 114. (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 ZIL 114.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Lotec | ZIL |
| Model | C 1000 | 114 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 3180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1520 mm |
