1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS 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, 2005 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 206 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, 2005 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 2005 Lexus IS | |
| Make | GAZ | Lexus |
| Model | Volga | IS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
