1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1947 GAZ M20
To start off, 1979 Dodge Mirada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 240 kg more than 1947 GAZ M20. 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 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 1947 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Mirada | M20 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
