1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 590 kg more than 1999 GAZ 3111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GAZ 3111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111. 1999 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Land Rover | GAZ |
| Model | Discovery | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
