1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 924 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.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1999 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 1999 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Express | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 2134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
