1978 GAZ 24 vs. 1978 Vauxhall Royale
To start off, both 1978 GAZ 24 and 1978 Vauxhall Royale were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GAZ 24 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Royale.
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:
| 1978 GAZ 24 | 1978 Vauxhall Royale | |
| Make | GAZ | Vauxhall |
| Model | 24 | Royale |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
