1981 ZIL 4104 vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 29 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 70 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1552 kg more than 2010 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 ZIL 4104 | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | ZIL | Acura |
| Model | 4104 | RDX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2649 mm |
