1976 Holden Torana vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 ZIL 117 (297 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1840 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 1971 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Holden | ZIL |
| Model | Torana | 117 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3310 mm |
