1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 5 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 2,133 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 112 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 (260 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (244 Nm). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | 3110 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
