1989 ZIL 4104 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,690 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 ZIL 4104 (312 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Ford Expedition. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Expedition.
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, 1989 ZIL 4104 (607 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm). This means 1989 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 ZIL 4104 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | ZIL | Ford |
| Model | 4104 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7690 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 607 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3327 mm |
