1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 37 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 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 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 548 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 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 | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | M-20 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
