1970 GAZ 24 vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 5 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 10 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | GAZ | Volkswagen |
| Model | 24 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
