2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
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, 2005 Ford Ranger (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Ranger | M20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1460 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |
