2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Chevette

To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Chevette 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 92 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette.

Compare all specifications:

2000 GAZ 3111 1982 Vauxhall Chevette
Make GAZ Vauxhall
Model 3111 Chevette
Year Released 2000 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2287 cc 1256 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 61 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 855 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2400 mm


 

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