1978 ZIL 117 vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2010 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Range Rover. (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
1978 ZIL 117 | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | ZIL | Land Rover |
Model | 117 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6958 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 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 | 2584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2878 mm |