2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Hilux | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Toyota | ZIL |
Model | Hilux | 117 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3310 mm |