1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1981 Lotus Esprit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1981 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1957 GAZ M-20 | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | GAZ | Lotus |
Model | M-20 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |