1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | GAZ | Volvo |
| Model | 3110 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2692 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
