2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Banshee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Banshee would be higher. At 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 181 kg more than 2000 GAZ 3111. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | GAZ | Pontiac |
| Model | 3111 | Banshee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
