1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. 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 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | GAZ | Holden |
| Model | 3110 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
