1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 284 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | 3110 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
