1984 Opel Corsa vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, both 1984 Opel Corsa and 1984 ZIL 4104 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 266 more horse power than 1984 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2565 kg more than 1984 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 ZIL 4104 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa. 1984 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1984 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1984 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Corsa | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Opel | ZIL |
| Model | Corsa | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3340 mm |
