2006 Honda Element vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1343 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Honda | ZIL |
| Model | Element | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
