1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 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 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 GAZ 3110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | GAZ | Renault |
| Model | 3110 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
