2001 Buick Century vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2001 Buick Century is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1815 kg more than 2001 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century, 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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Century | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Buick | ZIL |
| Model | Century | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3340 mm |
