1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (309 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Cortina | 3110 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |