1970 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,133 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. 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 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Escort | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Escort | 3110 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |