1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (309 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang. 1997 Ford Mustang 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. 1997 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | GAZ | Ford |
| Model | 3110 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3378 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
