1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 18 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 146 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | GAZ | ZIL |
| Model | 3110 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2692 cc | 6958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3310 mm |
