1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1952 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GAZ |
| Model | Charade | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
