2002 GAZ 3111 vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. 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, 2002 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GAZ 3111 | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | GAZ | Holden |
| Model | 3111 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
