1970 GAZ 24 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | 24 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
