1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 50 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 551 kg more than 1956 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercury Mariner, 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20. 2006 Mercury Mariner 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. 2006 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercury |
| Model | M-20 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
