2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 22 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 56 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2004 Ford Excursion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Ford | ZIL |
| Model | Excursion | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3340 mm |
