1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 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 11 more horse power than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1995 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1571 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1979 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Cadillac | ZIL |
| Model | Seville | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3340 mm |
