1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 1980 ZIL 4104

To start off, 1980 ZIL 4104 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1755 kg more than 1976 Avanti Avanti. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Avanti Avanti. 1980 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1976 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1976 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1976 Avanti Avanti 1980 ZIL 4104
Make Avanti ZIL
Model Avanti 4104
Year Released 1976 1980
Engine Size 6570 cc 7695 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 311 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 608 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 3335 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5750 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2100 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3340 mm