1980 Ford Escort vs. 1954 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1980 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, 1954 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1954 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Escort | M-20 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 939 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 | 875 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |