2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1987 Porsche 944
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 944 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1987 Porsche 944.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 1987 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | GAZ | Porsche |
| Model | 3111 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
