1980 ZIL 4104 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 32 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 189 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2034 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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, 2012 Nissan Cube, 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 ZIL 4104 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | ZIL | Nissan |
| Model | 4104 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2530 mm |
