1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 GAZ Volga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | GAZ | Subaru |
| Model | Volga | Forester |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
