1980 ZIL 4104 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 ZIL 4104 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 109 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1515 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 ZIL 4104 | 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | ZIL | Vauxhall |
| Model | 4104 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
