2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 117 (296 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1392 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 1978 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Subaru | ZIL |
| Model | Legacy | 117 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 6958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3310 mm |
