1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 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, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 24 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
