1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1999 Proton 400
To start off, both 1999 GAZ 3111 and 1999 Proton 400 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 GAZ 3111 (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Proton 400. 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 Proton 400, 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GAZ 3111 | 1999 Proton 400 | |
Make | GAZ | Proton |
Model | 3111 | 400 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2134 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |