1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore.
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 (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | 3110 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
