2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1969 ZIL 114
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 38 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 ZIL 114. (254 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1969 ZIL 114.
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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1969 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Dodge | ZIL |
| Model | Nitro | 114 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 7962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3770 mm |
