1972 ZIL 117 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1972 ZIL 117 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | ZIL | Ford |
Model | 117 | Granada |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6959 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2780 mm |