1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1970 Volvo 140 is newer by 24 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, 1970 Volvo 140 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 140 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 194 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140.
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, 1970 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 140 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 | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | GAZ | Volvo |
| Model | M-20 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
