1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 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 34 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3. 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 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | 3110 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
