1947 GAZ M20 vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 50 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 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 GAZ M20 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 GAZ M20 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GAZ | Jeep |
| Model | M20 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
