1980 Audi 200 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ Volga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ Volga would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ Volga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 34 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
Because 1970 GAZ Volga is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 GAZ Volga. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
| Make | Audi | GAZ |
| Model | 200 | Volga |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
