2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1536 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1974 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
| Model | Corvette | 117 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 6957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
