2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GAZ 3111 | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | GAZ | Vauxhall |
Model | 3111 | Firenza |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |