1980 Ford Escort vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1983 ZIL 4104 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2470 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 1983 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Ford | ZIL |
| Model | Escort | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3340 mm |
