2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,315 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 740 (155 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740.
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) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (203 Nm). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | GAZ | Volvo |
| Model | 3111 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
