2001 GAZ 3111 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. 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, 2001 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GAZ 3111 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | 3111 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
