2008 Honda Civic vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2155 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Honda | ZIL |
| Model | Civic | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
