1952 GAZ M-20 vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 48 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, 2000 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar 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 150 kg more than 2000 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1952 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar 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 | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercury |
| Model | M-20 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
