2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1974 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Triumph Stag. 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, 1974 Triumph Stag (235 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1974 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | GAZ | Triumph |
| Model | 3111 | Stag |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
