1980 GMC Suburban vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 1980 GMC Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1980 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban 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, 1975 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Suburban | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | GMC | ZIL |
| Model | Suburban | 117 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3310 mm |
