1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, both 1999 GAZ 3111 and 1999 Hyundai Tiburon were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,134 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 GAZ 3111. 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, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon, 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) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon 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. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | GAZ | Hyundai |
| Model | 3111 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
