2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1970 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1970 Triumph TR6. 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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1970 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | GAZ | Triumph |
| Model | 3111 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2240 mm |
