1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 90 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | GAZ | Subaru |
| Model | M-20 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
