1955 GAZ M-20 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
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 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 GAZ M-20 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | M-20 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
