2001 GAZ 3111 vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 GAZ 3111.
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, 1972 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3111. 1972 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2001 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2001 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GAZ 3111 | 1972 Toyota Century | |
Make | GAZ | Toyota |
Model | 3111 | Century |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |