1978 ZIL 4104 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 ZIL 4104 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 138 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1998 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 ZIL 4104 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | ZIL | Dodge |
| Model | 4104 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3336 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2790 mm |
