1980 Seat 127 vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1984 ZIL 4104 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat 127 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1980 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2630 kg more than 1980 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Seat 127, 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat 127 | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Seat | ZIL |
| Model | 127 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3340 mm |
