1978 ZIL 117 vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1978 ZIL 117 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 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 196 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 ZIL 117 | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | ZIL | Chrysler |
| Model | 117 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6958 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
