1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 29 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Conquest | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
