1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1996 GAZ 3110 and 1996 Mazda 121 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,133 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 GAZ 3110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | GAZ | Mazda |
Model | 3110 | 121 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |