1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1996 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 1996 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | GAZ | Dodge |
| Model | 3110 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3569 mm |
