2002 SsangYong Korando vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 22 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 101 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Korando | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | SsangYong | ZIL |
| Model | Korando | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3340 mm |
