1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 2 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 215 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, 1998 Toyota Previa, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | 3110 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
