1979 ZIL 4104 vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1514 kg more than 2010 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 ZIL 4104 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 ZIL 4104 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | ZIL | Ford |
| Model | 4104 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2868 mm |
