1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1982 Toyota Carina is newer by 26 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, 1982 Toyota Carina (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Carina 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 400 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina.
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, 1956 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1956 GAZ M-20 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | GAZ | Toyota |
Model | M-20 | Carina |
Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |