1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1970 Opel Kadett is newer by 19 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1970 Opel Kadett. 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, 1951 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 GAZ M-20 | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | M-20 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
