1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 315 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | GAZ | Nissan |
Model | M-20 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1946 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |