1958 GAZ M20 vs. 1990 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 32 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore.
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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 GAZ M20 | 1990 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | GAZ | Holden |
| Model | M20 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
