1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 632 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 GAZ 3110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110. 2012 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | 3110 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
