2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2009 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 1978 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | GMC | ZIL |
| Model | Canyon | 117 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 6958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3310 mm |
