1997 Honda Life vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 26 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 250 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2160 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1971 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Honda | ZIL |
| Model | Life | 117 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3310 mm |
