1981 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3110 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 Ford Cortina. 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, 2000 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Cortina | 2000 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Cortina | 3110 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |