1978 ZIL 117 vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1985 ZIL 4104 is newer by 7 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 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1978 ZIL 117. 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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 ZIL 117. (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 ZIL 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 ZIL 117 | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | ZIL | ZIL |
| Model | 117 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6958 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3340 mm |
