2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 117.
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 @ 2700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Nissan | ZIL |
Model | Titan | 117 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 6958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3310 mm |