1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 1984 Volvo 760 is newer by 28 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 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 110 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760.
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, 1984 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 760 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 | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | GAZ | Volvo |
| Model | M-20 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
