1980 Ford Escort vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1980 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 (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 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 1980 Ford Escort. 1999 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Escort | 3111 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 3380 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |