1976 ZIL 117 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 ZIL 117 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2020 kg more than 1972 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, 1976 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 ZIL 117 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | ZIL | Holden |
| Model | 117 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
