1985 ZIL 4104 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 28 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1985 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 741 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 ZIL 4104 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | ZIL | Cadillac |
| Model | 4104 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2947 mm |
