1978 ZIL 4104 vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 23 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 172 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1856 kg more than 2001 Volvo V70. 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, 2001 Volvo V70, 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 ZIL 4104 | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | ZIL | Volvo |
| Model | 4104 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3336 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2760 mm |
