1984 ZIL 4104 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1605 kg more than 2011 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 ZIL 4104 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | ZIL | Audi |
| Model | 4104 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2809 mm |
