1975 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 390 kg more than 1948 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1948 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1948 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Cordoba | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Chrysler | GAZ |
| Model | Cordoba | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
