1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1931 kg more than 1990 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus, 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Ford | ZIL |
| Model | Taurus | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3340 mm |
