1970 GAZ 24 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 43 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1030 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | 24 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 4180 mm |
