1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 51 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (188 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 485 kg more than 1953 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20. 2004 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1953 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1953 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 GAZ M-20 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | GAZ | GMC |
| Model | M-20 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
