2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1971 ZIL 114
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1430 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota. 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, 1971 ZIL 114 (581 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1971 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Dodge | ZIL |
| Model | Dakota | 114 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3770 mm |
