2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | SSR | 24 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
