2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1982 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Skyline 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 55 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 Nissan Skyline. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Skyline. 1982 Nissan Skyline 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. 1982 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1982 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | 3111 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
