2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1972 ZIL 114
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1972 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1914 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 1972 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1972 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
| Model | Tahoe | 114 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3770 mm |
