1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 18 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 102 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1648 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS. 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, 1981 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 1981 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 1999 Lincoln LS 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:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Lincoln | ZIL |
| Model | LS | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3340 mm |
