1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona 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 16 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 GAZ 3110 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | 3110 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
