1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. 1983 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | ZIL |
| Model | Lagonda | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3340 mm |
