1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1989 ZIL 4104 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 7,690 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 ZIL 4104 (312 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (319 Nm). This means 1989 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1989 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Buick | ZIL |
| Model | LeSabre | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 312 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3890 mm |
