1976 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 4 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 133 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Plymouth | ZIL |
| Model | Trail Duster | 117 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3310 mm |
