1976 ZIL 117 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 ZIL 117 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1403 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 ZIL 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 1976 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 ZIL 117 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | ZIL | Honda |
| Model | 117 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2741 mm |
