1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 505 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 505 (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 505.
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, 1984 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | GAZ | Peugeot |
| Model | M-20 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
