2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1989 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Elan (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1989 Lotus Elan.
Because 2000 GAZ 3111 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Elan. (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1989 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | 3111 | Elan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |
