2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1992 Lexus SC
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus SC weights approximately 122 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Lexus SC (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1992 Lexus SC | |
| Make | GAZ | Lexus |
| Model | 3111 | SC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
