2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 162 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (309 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Ranger | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2810 mm |
