1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 42 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 490 kg more than 1950 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1950 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1950 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Caprice | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
