1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
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 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | 3110 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
