1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F.
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, 1985 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20. 1985 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1948 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1948 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
