2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 22 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1982 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1982 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1447 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Chrysler | ZIL |
| Model | 300 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6057 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3340 mm |
