1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1977 Toyota Cressida is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Cressida (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
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, 1977 Toyota Cressida (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
