1981 ZIL 4104 vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2003 Kia Amanti is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1511 kg more than 2003 Kia Amanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti, 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, 1981 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 ZIL 4104 | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | ZIL | Kia |
| Model | 4104 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2910 mm |
