1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ Volga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 GAZ Volga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | GAZ | Volkswagen |
| Model | Volga | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
