2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 700 kg more than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GAZ 3111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 GMC Suburban 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, 1978 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111. 1978 GMC Suburban 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. 1978 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | GAZ | GMC |
| Model | 3111 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3300 mm |
