1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1969 Opel Rekord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,119 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord.
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, 1953 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 GAZ M-20 | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | M-20 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
