1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 105 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20. 2007 Toyota Highlander 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. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 GAZ M-20 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
