1970 GAZ Volga vs. 1970 Renault 12
To start off, both 1970 GAZ Volga and 1970 Renault 12 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 57 more horse power than 1970 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Renault 12. 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 Renault 12, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 12. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 1970 Renault 12 | |
| Make | GAZ | Renault |
| Model | Volga | 12 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
