1971 GAZ 24 vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1974 Hyundai Pony is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1971 GAZ 24 (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 GAZ 24 | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | GAZ | Hyundai |
| Model | 24 | Pony |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
