1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1989 ZIL 4104 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,690 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1989 ZIL 4104. (312 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 ZIL 4104.
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, 1989 ZIL 4104 (607 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 1989 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. 1989 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1971 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
| Model | Corvette | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 312 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3890 mm |
