2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 27 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 169 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2007 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 ZIL 4104 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Kia | ZIL |
| Model | Sedona | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3340 mm |
