1977 GAZ 24 vs. 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier
To start off, both 1977 GAZ 24 and 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GAZ 24 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GAZ 24 | 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier | |
| Make | GAZ | Vauxhall |
| Model | 24 | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
