1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3111 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
Model | Corvette | 3111 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |