2004 GAZ 3110 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3110 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GAZ 3110 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 2004 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2004 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3110 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | 3110 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
