1980 ZIL 4104 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1618 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox, 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, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 ZIL 4104 | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | ZIL | Chevrolet |
| Model | 4104 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1717 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2858 mm |
