1978 ZIL 117 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 32 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 168 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 ZIL 117 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | ZIL | Chevrolet |
| Model | 117 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6958 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
