1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 14 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 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus.
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, 2010 Ford Focus, 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | GAZ | Ford |
| Model | 3110 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2692 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2614 mm |
