1985 ZIL 4104 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 25 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1662 more horse power than 1985 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1985 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1545 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 1985 ZIL 4104 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 ZIL 4104 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | ZIL | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4104 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2919 mm |
