1981 ZIL 4104 vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper 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 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1981 ZIL 4104. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1768 kg more than 2010 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 ZIL 4104. (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 ZIL 4104. 1981 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 ZIL 4104 | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | ZIL | Dodge |
| Model | 4104 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
