1979 ZIL 4104 vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2309 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1979 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 ZIL 4104 | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | ZIL | Suzuki |
| Model | 4104 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2260 mm |
