2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Land Rover | ZIL |
| Model | Discovery | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3340 mm |
