1970 GAZ 24 vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1971 GAZ 24 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ 24 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 GAZ 24.
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 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | GAZ | GAZ |
| Model | 24 | 24 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
