1981 ZIL 4104 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 24 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 ZIL 4104. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1981 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1961 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 1981 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 ZIL 4104 | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | ZIL | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4104 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3010 mm |
