2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2515 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 1982 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Smart | ZIL |
| Model | ForTwo | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3340 mm |
