1980 ZIL 4104 vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 30 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 173 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2003 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 ZIL 4104 | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | ZIL | Hyundai |
| Model | 4104 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2700 mm |
