2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1969 ZIL 114
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 40 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, 1969 ZIL 114 (254 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1484 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 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, 1969 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1969 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1969 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Dodge | ZIL |
| Model | Sprinter | 114 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 7962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 3770 mm |
