2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 578 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga. 2005 Chrysler 300 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. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
| Make | Chrysler | GAZ |
| Model | 300 | Volga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
