2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1600 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
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, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (525 Nm). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Jaguar | ZIL |
| Model | XJ | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3340 mm |
