2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 66 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1782 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Tacoma | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Toyota | ZIL |
Model | Tacoma | 4104 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 608 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 3336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 3340 mm |