1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
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 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | GAZ | Marcos |
| Model | Volga | TS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
