1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 10 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 103 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1451 kg more than 1990 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | GMC | ZIL |
| Model | Jimmy | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3340 mm |
