1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1971 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Opel Admiral.
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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 1971 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | 3111 | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
