1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina.
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, 1997 Toyota Carina, 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 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | GAZ | Toyota |
Model | 3110 | Carina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |