1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1977 Nissan Violet is newer by 24 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, 1977 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Violet 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 585 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 GAZ M-20 | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M-20 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
