1970 GAZ Volga vs. 1990 Ginetta G33
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 20 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 426 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33.
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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 1990 Ginetta G33 | |
| Make | GAZ | Ginetta |
| Model | Volga | G33 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
