2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 31 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 61 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1181 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Dodge | ZIL |
| Model | Durango | 117 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
