1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 1979 Mazda Montrose is newer by 23 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, 1979 Mazda Montrose (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose 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 390 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
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, 1979 Mazda Montrose (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20. 1979 Mazda Montrose has automatic transmission and 1956 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1956 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mazda Montrose will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | M-20 | Montrose |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
