1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 35 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 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 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 175 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 GAZ M-20 | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | M-20 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
