1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3110 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 38 kg more than 2003 GAZ 3110. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Corvette | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
