2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 ZIL 4104. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1981 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1583 kg more than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
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, 1981 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Dodge | ZIL |
| Model | Magnum | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3340 mm |
