1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1999 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 1999 GAZ 3111 and 1999 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Swift. 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 Suzuki Swift, 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 (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GAZ 3111 | 1999 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | GAZ | Suzuki |
Model | 3111 | Swift |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3380 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |