1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Ford Sierra.
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, 1993 Ford Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Sierra | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
