1974 ZIL 117 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 ZIL 117 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 15 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 844 kg more than 2013 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex will offer significantly more control. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 ZIL 117 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | ZIL | Ford |
| Model | 117 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6957 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2994 mm |
