1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 54 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 280 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20. 2000 Toyota Corolla 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. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 GAZ M-20 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
