1981 Peugeot 505 vs. 1977 ZIL 117
To start off, 1981 Peugeot 505 is newer by 4 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, 1977 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1981 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Peugeot 505 | 1977 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Peugeot | ZIL |
| Model | 505 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3310 mm |
