1971 GAZ 24 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 41 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 360 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 GAZ 24 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | 24 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
