1989 Ford Granada vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1989 Ford Granada is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Ford Granada (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Granada | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Granada | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
