1980 ZIL 4104 vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 32 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 41 more horse power than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1339 kg more than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 ZIL 4104 | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | ZIL | Toyota |
| Model | 4104 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2789 mm |
