1970 GAZ Volga vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 21 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 8 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 430 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 GAZ Volga (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | GAZ | Rover |
| Model | Volga | 100 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
