1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 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 41 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 1978 Mazda 626 has automatic transmission and 1996 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 1996 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Mazda 626 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | GAZ | Mazda |
Model | 3110 | 626 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |