1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 9 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 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | GAZ | Smart |
Model | 3110 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3378 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1820 mm |