1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 8 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 3,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | 3110 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
