1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1935 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1979 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
Model | Camaro | 4104 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3340 mm |