1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1953 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 184 kg more than 1953 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1953 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1953 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1953 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Caprice | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
