1984 Audi 90 vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2075 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Audi | ZIL |
| Model | 90 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3340 mm |
