2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1664 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Mazda | ZIL |
| Model | B3000 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3340 mm |
