1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GAZ 3111 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | 3111 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
