1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 13 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | GAZ | Lotus |
Model | 3110 | Elise |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |