1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 39 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 9 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 100 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, 2009 Seat Exeo, 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, 1970 GAZ Volga (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
1970 GAZ Volga | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | GAZ | Seat |
Model | Volga | Exeo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2642 mm |