2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 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) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Land Rover | ZIL |
| Model | Freelander | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3340 mm |
