2000 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 16 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 113 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1830 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. 1984 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2000 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2000 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Firebird | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Pontiac | ZIL |
Model | Firebird | 4104 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3784 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3340 mm |