1971 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1973 ZIL 117
To start off, 1973 ZIL 117 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 234 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2197 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Sprinter | 1973 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Toyota | ZIL |
| Model | Sprinter | 117 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 6959 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2952 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3310 mm |
