2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 164 kg more than 1997 GAZ 3110.
Because 1997 GAZ 3110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1997 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Mondeo | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
