1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1989 Ford Aerostar is newer by 33 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar 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 50 kg more than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Aerostar | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
