1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,134 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | GAZ | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3111 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
