2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona 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 52 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | 3111 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
