2002 GAZ 3110 vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3110 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Elan. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 704 kg more than 1966 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, 2002 GAZ 3110 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GAZ 3110 | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | 3110 | Elan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1557 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2140 mm |
