1971 Opel Rekord vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3111 (148 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. 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, 2001 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord. 2001 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1971 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Rekord | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Opel | GAZ |
| Model | Rekord | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
