1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1984 ZIL 4104 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant 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 221 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2170 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | ZIL |
| Model | Galant | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3340 mm |
