1997 GAZ 3110 vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 GAZ 3110 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1997 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1997 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 196 kg more than 1997 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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 GAZ 3110 | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GAZ | Pontiac |
| Model | 3110 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
