1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 36 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 230 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Quest, 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | Volga | Quest |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
