2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 32 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 135 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 788 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1974 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Hyundai | ZIL |
| Model | Terracan | 117 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 6957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
