1989 Ford Granada vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1989 Ford Granada. 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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Granada | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Granada | 3111 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |