2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GAZ 3111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | 3111 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
