2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2004 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza, 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, 1979 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Buick | ZIL |
| Model | Terraza | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3340 mm |
