1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1981 ZIL 4104 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1860 kg more than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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, 1981 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZIL |
Model | 280 | 4104 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 7691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3340 mm |