1971 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
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) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Mustang | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
