1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1968 Mercury Cougar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 140 kg more than 1951 GAZ M-20. 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, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1951 GAZ M-20 | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | GAZ | Mercury |
Model | M-20 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |