1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1985 ZIL 4104 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2100 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord. 1985 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1983 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1983 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Rekord | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Opel | ZIL |
Model | Rekord | 4104 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 7691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3340 mm |