1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 5 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 267 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2490 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. 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, 1990 Citroen C 15, 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 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen C 15 | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Citroen | ZIL |
| Model | C 15 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3340 mm |
