2001 GAZ 3110 vs. 1962 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3110 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan. 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, 2001 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GAZ 3110 | 1962 Lotus Elan | |
Make | GAZ | Lotus |
Model | 3110 | Elan |
Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2140 mm |