2001 GAZ 3111 vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GAZ 3111 | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | GAZ | TVR |
| Model | 3111 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2390 mm |
