1993 Rover 200 vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1910 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Rover | ZIL |
| Model | 200 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3310 mm |
