2000 Saturn LW vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2000 Saturn LW is newer by 19 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 174 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (136 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1937 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 ZIL 4104 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn LW | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Saturn | ZIL |
| Model | LW | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
