2001 GAZ 3111 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 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 2001 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2001 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2001 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GAZ 3111 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | 3111 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
