1997 Ford Contour vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 1 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, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (191 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
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, 1997 Ford Contour, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Contour | 3110 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |