1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. 1980 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | ZIL |
| Model | Lagonda | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3340 mm |
