2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 55 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1895 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Subaru | ZIL |
| Model | Legacy | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3340 mm |
