2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 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 61 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Toyota | ZIL |
Model | Land Cruiser | 117 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |