1970 Buick GS vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, both 1970 Buick GS and 1970 GAZ 24 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 GAZ 24. 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick GS | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
Make | Buick | GAZ |
Model | GS | 24 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |