1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1981 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 ZIL 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 ZIL 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Cadillac | ZIL |
Model | Seville | 117 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3310 mm |