2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 1984 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Dodge | ZIL |
| Model | Ram | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3340 mm |
