1970 GAZ Volga vs. 1975 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1975 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 5 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 34 kg more than 1975 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 1975 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | GAZ | Reliant |
| Model | Volga | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 27 L |
