1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1985 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1985 Nissan Leopard is newer by 39 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, 1985 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Leopard 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 355 kg more than 1985 Nissan Leopard.
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, 1985 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Leopard 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 | 1985 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M-20 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
