1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio 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 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2012 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Renault Clio, 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 (309 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | GAZ | Renault |
| Model | 3110 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3378 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
