2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender 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 40 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1166 kg more than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender 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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Isuzu | ZIL |
| Model | Ascender | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3340 mm |
