1981 ZIL 4104 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 31 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 100 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 ZIL 4104 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | ZIL | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 4104 | R |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3216 mm |
