1975 Ford Escort vs. 1946 GAZ M-20

To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 1946 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Ford Escort 1946 GAZ M-20
Make Ford GAZ
Model Escort M-20
Year Released 1975 1946
Engine Size 1098 cc 2120 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 40 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 875 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2710 mm


 

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