2005 Toyota Vitz vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2225 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Vitz | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Toyota | ZIL |
| Model | Vitz | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3340 mm |
