1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1973 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1973 Holden Monaro.
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 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1973 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | GAZ | Holden |
| Model | 3110 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
