1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3111 would be higher. 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 87 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | GAZ | Smart |
| Model | 3111 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3380 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
