1985 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 7 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 147 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Pontiac | ZIL |
Model | Grand Safari | 117 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |