1986 Holden Drover vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 1 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 248 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2425 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover 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, 1986 Holden Drover 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 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 1985 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Holden | ZIL |
| Model | Drover | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3340 mm |
