1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 35 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GAZ 3111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GAZ | Subaru |
| Model | 3111 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3380 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2624 mm |
