2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 81 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1356 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (328 Nm). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sienna | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Toyota | ZIL |
| Model | Sienna | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3340 mm |
