2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 26 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
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) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
Model | Silverado | 117 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 570 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3310 mm |