1984 ZIL 4104 vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 28 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 110 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1765 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A3 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, 2012 Audi A3 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 ZIL 4104 | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | ZIL | Audi |
| Model | 4104 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2578 mm |
