1985 ZIL 4104 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2111 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Touran, 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 ZIL 4104 | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | ZIL | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4104 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
