2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 24 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 15 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1181 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. 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, 1979 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
| Model | SSR | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3340 mm |
