1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 223 kg more than 1970 GAZ Volga. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1970 GAZ Volga has manual transmission. 1970 GAZ Volga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Corvette | Volga |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
