1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 904 kg more than 1951 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20. 1997 Chevrolet Express 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. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Express | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
