2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
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 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | 3111 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
