1970 GAZ Volga vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 28 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 164 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.
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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | Volga | NSX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 274 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 | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
