1970 GAZ 24 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 15 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 11 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 GAZ 24 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 GAZ 24. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | GAZ | Vauxhall |
| Model | 24 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
