1970 GAZ Volga vs. 1977 Mazda 323
To start off, 1977 Mazda 323 is newer by 7 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ Volga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ Volga (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 488 kg more than 1977 Mazda 323. 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, 1970 GAZ Volga (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 1977 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | Volga | 323 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
