2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 46 more horse power than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1489 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 1976 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Honda | ZIL |
| Model | Ridgeline | 117 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 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 | 1461 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3310 mm |
