1970 Dodge Dart vs. 1955 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1970 Dodge Dart is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Dart (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart.
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, 1970 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Dodge Dart | 1955 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Dodge | GAZ |
Model | Dart | M-20 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |