1983 ZIL 4104 vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1271 kg more than 2010 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 ZIL 4104 | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | ZIL | Acura |
| Model | 4104 | MDX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7689 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2751 mm |
