1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover 3500 (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover 3500 should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500.
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, 1984 Rover 3500 (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Rover 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111. 1984 Rover 3500 has automatic transmission and 1999 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 1999 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Rover 3500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GAZ 3111 | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
Make | GAZ | Rover |
Model | 3111 | 3500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |