2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 28 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2258 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 1978 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
| Model | SSR | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3340 mm |
