1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1982 ZIL 4104 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Challenger 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 188 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1865 kg more than 1970 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Dodge | ZIL |
| Model | Challenger | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3340 mm |
