1981 ZIL 4104 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 5 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1800 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 1981 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | ZIL | Subaru |
| Model | 4104 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2624 mm |
