1980 Audi Sport vs. 1977 ZIL 117
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1977 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1950 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1977 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1977 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Audi | ZIL |
| Model | Sport | 117 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3310 mm |
