2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 19 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1984 ZIL 4104. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1800 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 ZIL 4104. (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 ZIL 4104. 1984 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Viper 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:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Dodge | ZIL |
| Model | Viper | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3340 mm |
