2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1977 ZIL 117
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
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, 1977 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1977 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | GMC | ZIL |
| Model | Canyon | 117 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
