2005 GAZ 3111 vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3111 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 GAZ 3111.
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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GAZ 3111 | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | 3111 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
