2001 GAZ 3110 vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (165 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GAZ 3110 | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | 3110 | MX-5 MIATA |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4032 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1255 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2330 mm |
