2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (215 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111.
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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | 3111 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
