1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,134 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 588 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 GAZ 3111 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | 3111 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
