2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1981 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1218 kg more than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1981 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Land Rover | ZIL |
| Model | Range Rover | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4393 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3340 mm |
