1962 Ford Popular vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1985 ZIL 4104 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Popular would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2605 kg more than 1962 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1985 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Popular | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Ford | ZIL |
| Model | Popular | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3340 mm |
