1990 Ford Granada vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 120 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 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 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 1951 GAZ M-20. 1990 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1951 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1951 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Granada | M-20 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1951 |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 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 |