2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1971 ZIL 114
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 38 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1971 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1484 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1971 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Dodge | ZIL |
| Model | Durango | 114 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3770 mm |
