2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 52 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 1981 Nissan Laurel 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. 1981 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GAZ 3111 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | GAZ | Nissan |
Model | 3111 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |