1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 ZIL 4104 would be higher. 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 146 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2040 kg more than 1986 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Holden | ZIL |
| Model | Commodore | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3340 mm |
