2005 GAZ 3110 vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3110 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Volvo 140. 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, 2005 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GAZ 3110 | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | GAZ | Volvo |
| Model | 3110 | 140 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
