1985 ZIL 4104 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2693 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 ZIL 4104 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | ZIL | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 4104 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2270 mm |
