2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 1983 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 1983 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Buick | ZIL |
Model | Rendezvous | 4104 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 7689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |