1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 30 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 1 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Because 1970 GAZ Volga is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 GAZ Volga. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | Volga | Almera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
