1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | GAZ | Holden |
| Model | 3110 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
