1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. 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, 1973 Honda Life, 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 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 1973 Honda Life | |
Make | GAZ | Honda |
Model | 3110 | Life |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2090 mm |