1978 Ford Escort vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1978 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1978 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, 1956 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Escort | M-20 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 938 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |