1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 23 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, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett 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 245 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
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, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 GAZ M-20 | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | GAZ | Volvo |
| Model | M-20 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
