1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang.
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 Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Mustang | 3111 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |