1971 GAZ 24 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 32 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 5 kg more than 1971 GAZ 24. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 GAZ 24 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | 24 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
