1970 GAZ 24 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 11 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, 1981 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | GAZ | Volvo |
| Model | 24 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
