1970 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1982 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 ZIL 4104. (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 ZIL 4104. 1982 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Pontiac | ZIL |
Model | GTO | 4104 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7460 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3340 mm |