1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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, 1981 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord 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 530 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord.
Because 1946 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 1946 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, 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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20. 1981 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1946 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1946 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 GAZ M-20 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M-20 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
