2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 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 2003 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | 3111 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
