1965 Holden EH vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 1974 ZIL 117 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 6,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1765 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. 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, 1974 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Holden | ZIL |
| Model | EH | 117 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 6957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3310 mm |
