1971 Renault 10 vs. 2005 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3111 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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, 2005 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2005 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Renault | GAZ |
| Model | 10 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
