1986 Ford Granada vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,394 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
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, 1986 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Granada | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2394 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
