1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 40 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle 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 380 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M-20 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
