1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 54 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 80 kg more than 1957 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga 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 | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | GAZ | Ford |
| Model | M-20 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
