1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 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 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | GAZ | Mazda |
Model | 3110 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2692 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |