1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1991 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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, 1991 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1991 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | 3110 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
