1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 1970 GAZ Volga (187 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | Volga | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| 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 | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
