1978 ZIL 117 vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 86 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 ZIL 117 | 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | ZIL | Jeep |
| Model | 117 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6958 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2781 mm |
