1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | GAZ | Volvo |
Model | 3110 | 120 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |