1977 Austin Marina vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Marina would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 Austin Marina. 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 (309 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | Marina | 3110 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |