1974 Peugeot 204 vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, both 1974 Peugeot 204 and 1974 ZIL 117 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 249 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2085 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 ZIL 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 ZIL 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Peugeot 204 | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Peugeot | ZIL |
Model | 204 | 117 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 6957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3310 mm |