1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1954 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1954 GAZ M-20 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | GAZ | Toyota |
Model | M-20 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |