1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1996 Pontiac GPX

To start off, both 1996 GAZ 3110 and 1996 Pontiac GPX were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac GPX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac GPX (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac GPX should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac GPX weights approximately 281 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. 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 Pontiac GPX, 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 Pontiac GPX (454 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm). This means 1996 Pontiac GPX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110. 1996 Pontiac GPX 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. 1996 Pontiac GPX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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