1978 ZIL 4104 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 33 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 783 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
1978 ZIL 4104 | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | ZIL | Chevrolet |
Model | 4104 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7695 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3336 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2946 mm |