2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 841 kg more than 2004 Ford Expedition. 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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Ford | ZIL |
Model | Expedition | 4104 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 7691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 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 | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3340 mm |