1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 30 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, 2010 Renault Laguna, 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | GAZ | Renault |
| Model | 3110 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
