2007 Audi A3 vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 24 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 173 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1830 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Audi | ZIL |
| Model | A3 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
