1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan.
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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
Make | GAZ | Lotus |
Model | 3110 | Elan |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2692 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |