1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 40 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 2 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | GAZ | Chevrolet |
| Model | Volga | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
