1970 GAZ Volga vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 440 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 Lexus GS (415 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1970 GAZ Volga has manual transmission. 1970 GAZ Volga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | GAZ | Lexus |
| Model | Volga | GS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
