1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ Volga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ Volga (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 21 kg more than 1970 GAZ Volga.

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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.

Compare all specifications:

1970 GAZ Volga 2007 Volkswagen Golf
Make GAZ Volkswagen
Model Volga Golf
Year Released 1970 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2443 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 19.0:1
Top Speed 145 km/hour 188 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1321 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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