1999 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Prizm and 1999 GAZ 3111 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,134 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1999 GAZ 3111 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Prizm | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
Model | Prizm | 3111 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |