1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 53 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 465 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.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercury |
| Model | M-20 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
