1986 GMC Suburban vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 1986 GMC Suburban is newer by 14 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 142 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1986 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban 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, 1986 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, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | GMC | ZIL |
| Model | Suburban | 117 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 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 |
