1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 41 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 331 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1970 GAZ Volga has manual transmission. 1970 GAZ Volga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | GAZ | Kia |
| Model | Volga | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
