1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1982 ZIL 4104 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1973 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | GMC | ZIL |
| Model | Suburban | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3340 mm |
