1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1983 ZIL 4104 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore 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 200 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2075 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore. 1983 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Commodore 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:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Holden | ZIL |
| Model | Commodore | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 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 | 1260 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3340 mm |
