1995 Acura Legend vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 ZIL 117 (297 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 ZIL 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1971 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Acura | ZIL |
| Model | Legend | 117 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3310 mm |
