1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 473 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.
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 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110. 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | GAZ | SsangYong |
| Model | 3110 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
