1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1983 ZIL 4104 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. 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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark. 1983 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Buick | ZIL |
Model | Skylark | 4104 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 7689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3340 mm |