1979 Ford Escort vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,134 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Escort | 3111 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |