1969 Renault 12 vs. 1973 ZIL 117
To start off, 1973 ZIL 117 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (113 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2022 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 ZIL 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 ZIL 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Renault 12 | 1973 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Renault | ZIL |
| Model | 12 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2952 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3310 mm |
