2003 GAZ 3110 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3110 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 38 kg more than 2003 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3110. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2003 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 2003 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3110 | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | GAZ | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3110 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
