1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
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, 1946 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1946 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Sierra | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
