1958 GAZ M20 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
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, 1975 Nissan Cedric (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20. 1975 Nissan Cedric has automatic transmission and 1958 GAZ M20 has manual transmission. 1958 GAZ M20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Nissan Cedric will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 GAZ M20 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M20 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
