1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 510 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | GAZ | Ford |
| Model | Volga | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
