1997 GAZ 3110 vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1997 GAZ 3110 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1976 Holden Gemini. 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, 1997 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 GAZ 3110 | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | GAZ | Holden |
| Model | 3110 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
