1985 ZIL 4104 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 16 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 158 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1935 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. 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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 ZIL 4104 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | ZIL | Lexus |
| Model | 4104 | IS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
