1978 ZIL 117 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 30 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 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 227 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2008 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 1978 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 ZIL 117 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | ZIL | Tata |
| Model | 117 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6958 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
