1978 ZIL 4104 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 32 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 61 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 915 kg more than 2010 GMC Savana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 ZIL 4104. (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 ZIL 4104.
Compare all specifications:
1978 ZIL 4104 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | ZIL | GMC |
Model | 4104 | Savana |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7695 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 3336 kg | 2421 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3429 mm |