1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 9 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 2,134 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 420 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 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GAZ 3111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | GAZ | Tata |
| Model | 3111 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
