1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2125 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6. 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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6. 1982 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Alpine | ZIL |
| Model | V6 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3340 mm |
