2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 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 144 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2261 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Honda | ZIL |
| Model | CR-V | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3340 mm |
