1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
| Model | Blazer | 117 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 6957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
