1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 129 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
Model | Corvette | 3110 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |