2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2000 GAZ 3111 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 2000 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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, 1988 Honda Legend (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2000 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2000 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | 3111 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
