2008 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 24 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Solstice.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. 1984 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2008 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2008 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Solstice | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Pontiac | ZIL |
| Model | Solstice | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3340 mm |
