1952 GAZ M-20 vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1978 Volvo 264 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Volvo 264.
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, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 GAZ M-20 | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | GAZ | Volvo |
| Model | M-20 | 264 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
