1981 ZIL 4104 vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 10 more horse power than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 ZIL 4104 | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | ZIL | Saab |
| Model | 4104 | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2807 mm |
