1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1981 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111. 1981 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2002 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2002 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fairlane | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Fairlane | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
