1972 ZIL 117 vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 16 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 229 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2220 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 ZIL 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina, 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, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 ZIL 117 | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | ZIL | Holden |
| Model | 117 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2250 mm |
