1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3110 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
