1998 Acura NSX vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX.
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, 1981 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 1981 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Acura | ZIL |
| Model | NSX | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3340 mm |
