2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tacoma | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Toyota | ZIL |
| Model | Tacoma | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 3340 mm |
