1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 44 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 142 kg more than 1946 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | GAZ | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M-20 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
