1975 Ford Capri vs. 1997 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1997 GAZ 3110 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. 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, 1997 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 1997 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Capri | 3110 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |