1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1996 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera, 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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Buick | ZIL |
| Model | Riviera | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3340 mm |
