2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 27 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 171 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1961 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Hyundai | ZIL |
| Model | Tucson | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3340 mm |
