2001 GAZ 3111 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 59 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GAZ 3111 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | 3111 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
