2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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, 1974 Holden Torana (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111. 1974 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 2000 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2000 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | GAZ | Holden |
| Model | 3111 | Torana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
