2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2100 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. 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, 1975 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Elise | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Lotus | ZIL |
Model | Elise | 117 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3310 mm |