1970 GAZ Volga vs. 1970 Mini Clubman

To start off, both 1970 GAZ Volga and 1970 Mini Clubman were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ Volga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ Volga (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 620 kg more than 1970 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 GAZ Volga 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 Volga. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mini Clubman, 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 Volga (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini Clubman.

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