1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
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 Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Rekord (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord.
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 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
Make | GAZ | Opel |
Model | 3110 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |