2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 162 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZIL |
| Model | Viano | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3340 mm |
