2003 GAZ 3110 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3110 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 120 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3110 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3110 | S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
