1991 Rover 100 vs. 1973 ZIL 117
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2082 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 1973 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Rover | ZIL |
| Model | 100 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2952 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
