1970 GAZ Volga vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1972 GMC Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ Volga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ Volga would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ Volga (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 900 kg more than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 GAZ Volga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1970 GAZ Volga has manual transmission. 1970 GAZ Volga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | GAZ | GMC |
| Model | Volga | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3300 mm |
