1982 Toyota Carina vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 1982 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 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 239 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. 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, 1978 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Carina | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Toyota | ZIL |
Model | Carina | 117 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 6958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3310 mm |