1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 28 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 240 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Falcon | 24 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
