1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 61 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 224 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M-20 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
