2106 vs Volga 24 24 / 24-10: which is better?
Lada 2106 (1976–2006) vs GAZ Volga 24 24 / 24-10 (1970–1992): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Lada 2106
GAZ Volga 24 24 / 24-10Specifications
| Lada 2106 | GAZ Volga 24 24 / 24-10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 1976–2006 | 1970–1992 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.6 | 2.4 (ZMZ-24D / 402) |
| Power, up to | 75 hp | 95 hp |
| Torque, up to | 116 Nm | — |
| Gearbox | manual | manual |
| Drive | rear-wheel drive | rear-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 166 mm | 4 735 mm |
| Width | 1 611 mm | 1 800 mm |
| Height | 1 440 mm | 1 490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 424 mm | 2 800 mm |
| Ground clearance | 170 mm | — |
| Fuel tank | 39 L | 55 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 13 675 ₸ | ≈ 28 750 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Lada 2106
Pros
- Local assembly: Russia
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine VAZ classic / Niva: timing chain stretch
- Small fuel tank: 39 L
- Modest power: up to 75 hp
Engine (VAZ classic / Niva): timing chain stretch; seal leaks; worn valve stem seals.
GAZ Volga 24 24 / 24-10
Pros
- Local assembly: Russia
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- ZMZ-402/409, UMZ engine: chain and hydraulic tensioner noise (ZMZ-409)
- Age: the last cars were built in 1992, condition is everything
Engine (ZMZ-402/409, UMZ): chain and hydraulic tensioner noise (ZMZ-409); oil leaks; overheating.
Which one to choose
- 2106 — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
- Volga 24 24 / 24-10 — if you care more about: power, wheelbase, fuel tank.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: 2106 or Volga 24 24 / 24-10?
2106: up to 75 hp, Volga 24 24 / 24-10: up to 95 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: 2106 — about 13 675 ₸, Volga 24 24 / 24-10 — about 28 750 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.