2000 Ford Mondeo vs. 1953 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,119 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2000 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1953 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Mondeo (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mondeo | 1953 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Mondeo | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
