2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 23 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 55 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1850 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Caldina | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Toyota | ZIL |
| Model | Caldina | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
