2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 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 78 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 557 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | GAZ | Volvo |
| Model | 3111 | 343 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
