1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1972 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 Opel Commodore.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 1972 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | 3111 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
