1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1991 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1991 Honda Prelude is newer by 35 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, 1991 Honda Prelude (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude 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 350 kg more than 1991 Honda Prelude.
Because 1956 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Honda Prelude (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude 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 | 1991 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M-20 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
