1968 Ford Escort vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 589 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
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, 1952 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Escort | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
