2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 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 16 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1242 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
| Model | Silverado | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3340 mm |
