1997 GAZ 3110 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 GAZ 3110 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | 3110 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
