2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 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 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 ZIL 4104. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1893 kg more than 2005 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
| Model | Corvette | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3340 mm |
