2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 34 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 139 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (157 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 960 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Honda | ZIL |
| Model | CR-V | 117 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
