1991 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1756 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | ZIL |
| Model | Sigma | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
