2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 101 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1505 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Nissan | ZIL |
| Model | Frontier | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3340 mm |
