1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (122 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1975 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZIL |
| Model | 190 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |
