1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1984 ZIL 4104 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla 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 212 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2480 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Toyota | ZIL |
| Model | Corolla | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3340 mm |
