1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1985 ZIL 4104 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 64 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2055 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 1985 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Holden | ZIL |
| Model | Sunbird | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3340 mm |
