1947 GAZ M20 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 200 kg more than 1947 GAZ M20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 GAZ M20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 GAZ M20 | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M20 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
