1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 63 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 312 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 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | GAZ | SsangYong |
| Model | M-20 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
