1978 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, both 1978 Chevrolet Malibu and 1978 ZIL 117 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Malibu.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Malibu | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
| Model | Malibu | 117 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 6958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
