1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1980 Holden Kingswood is newer by 27 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Kingswood 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 90 kg more than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
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, 1980 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1953 GAZ M-20 | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | GAZ | Holden |
Model | M-20 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 2119 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |