1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1971 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1971 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 1971 Opel Ascona | |
Make | GAZ | Opel |
Model | 3110 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |