1981 ZIL 4104 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 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 140 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1851 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. 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, 2011 Mazda 6, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 ZIL 4104 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | ZIL | Mazda |
| Model | 4104 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2789 mm |
