2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2148 kg more than 2002 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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
| Model | Corvette | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3340 mm |
