1978 ZIL 4104 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 27 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 163 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2221 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 ZIL 4104 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | ZIL | Kia |
| Model | 4104 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3336 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2910 mm |
