1997 Honda Life vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2545 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1980 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Honda | ZIL |
| Model | Life | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3340 mm |
