2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 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 136 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1818 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
| Model | Colorado | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3340 mm |
