1970 GAZ 24 vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 23 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 GAZ 24. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | GAZ | Ford |
| Model | 24 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
