1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Opel Corsa. 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, 2009 Opel Corsa, 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 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | 3110 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
