1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1981 Dodge Mirada is newer by 25 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 240 kg more than 1956 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Mirada | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Mirada | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5210 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 |
