2005 GAZ 3110 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3110 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona 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 60 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GAZ 3110 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | 3110 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
