2008 Nissan Murano vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 34 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 65 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2008 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Nissan | ZIL |
| Model | Murano | 117 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
