2000 Audi R8 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 30 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 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 1298 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga. 2000 Audi R8 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. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
| Make | Audi | GAZ |
| Model | R8 | Volga |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
