1990 Ford Granada vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Granada | M-20 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 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 |