2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1457 kg more than 2005 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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Chrysler | ZIL |
Model | 300 | 4104 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 7691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3340 mm |