2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 13 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 510 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1996 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 1996 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Sprinter | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2810 mm |
