2002 Lexus SC vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (312 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1983 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1520 kg more than 2002 Lexus SC.
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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus SC. (447 Nm). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Lexus | ZIL |
| Model | SC | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3340 mm |
