2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (168 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Frontier | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Nissan | GAZ |
Model | Frontier | 3111 |
Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3380 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2810 mm |