1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 is newer by 12 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2011 Mazda B2300.
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 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | 3111 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
