1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 270 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.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | GAZ | Subaru |
| Model | Volga | Forester |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2615 mm |
