1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. 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 Logan, 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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | GAZ | Renault |
| Model | 3110 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
