2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 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, 1980 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1702 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Subaru | ZIL |
| Model | Legacy | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3340 mm |
