2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2007 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 ZIL 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 ZIL 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Kia | ZIL |
| Model | Sedona | 117 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3310 mm |
