2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 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 4 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1984 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Ford | ZIL |
Model | Explorer | 117 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |