2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 30 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Jeep | ZIL |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 117 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3310 mm |
