1970 GAZ 24 vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Mazda 929 is newer by 20 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, 1990 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Mazda 929.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1970 GAZ 24 | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
Make | GAZ | Mazda |
Model | 24 | 929 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |