2001 GAZ 3111 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2001 GAZ 3111 and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (245 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GAZ 3111 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | GAZ | Mazda |
Model | 3111 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |