1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | 3111 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3380 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
