2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1560 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1976 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Hyundai | ZIL |
| Model | Terracan | 117 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
