1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 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 99 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 616 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Express. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Express | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
Model | Express | 117 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3310 mm |