2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 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 3 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (145 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929.
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 Mazda 929 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | 3111 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
