2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1668 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Jaguar | ZIL |
| Model | S-Type | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3340 mm |
