1995 Lada Niva vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 16 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 248 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2095 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva 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, 1995 Lada Niva 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 1979 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Lada | ZIL |
| Model | Niva | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3340 mm |
