1970 GAZ Volga vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
1970 GAZ Volga | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | GAZ | Panoz |
Model | Volga | AIV |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
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 | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |