1970 GAZ Volga vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1970 GAZ Volga is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ Volga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ Volga (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 GAZ Volga.
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 GAZ Volga (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | GAZ | GAZ |
| Model | Volga | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
