1952 GAZ M-20 vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 33 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Hyundai Pony (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony 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 580 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1952 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 GAZ M-20 | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | GAZ | Hyundai |
| Model | M-20 | Pony |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
