1982 ZIL 4104 vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1983 ZIL 4104 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 311 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 608 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 ZIL 4104 | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | ZIL | ZIL |
| Model | 4104 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3340 mm |
