2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 28 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 140 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1429 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 ZIL 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus, 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, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Ford | ZIL |
| Model | Taurus | 117 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
