1981 Ford Capri vs. 1954 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 27 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
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 Ford Capri (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1954 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Capri | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
