1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1978 ZIL 4104 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 ZIL 4104 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 1978 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | ZIL |
| Model | Toronado | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3340 mm |
