1998 Buick Signia vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 19 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 73 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia. 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, 1998 Buick Signia, 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Buick | ZIL |
| Model | Signia | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |
