1970 GAZ Volga vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 19 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 455 kg more than 1970 GAZ Volga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | Volga | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
