1985 Skoda L vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 1 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 248 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2445 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L. 1984 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1985 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1985 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda L | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Skoda | ZIL |
| Model | L | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3340 mm |
