1990 Lada Niva vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 15 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 220 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1800 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Lada | ZIL |
| Model | Niva | 117 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3310 mm |
