2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | 3111 | Record |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
