1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 85 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
