2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2148 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 1985 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
| Model | Corvette | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3340 mm |
