1983 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 5 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 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2095 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Vauxhall Chevette | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Vauxhall | ZIL |
Model | Chevette | 117 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 6958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3310 mm |