1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 12 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, 2008 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 MG TF.
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 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | GAZ | MG |
| Model | 3110 | TF |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
