2005 Holden Monaro vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 26 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1733 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Monaro. 1979 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Monaro | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Holden | ZIL |
Model | Monaro | 4104 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3340 mm |