1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 1999 GAZ 3111 and 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GAZ 3111 | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | GAZ | Mitsubishi |
Model | 3111 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2134 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |