2008 Honda NSX vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111. 2002 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2008 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Honda | GAZ |
| Model | NSX | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
