1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 44 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva 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 67 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva.
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, 2000 Opel Meriva, 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva 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 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | M-20 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
