1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1985 ZIL 4104 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | ZIL |
Model | Cutlass | 4104 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 7691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3340 mm |