1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 50 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 98 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20. 1998 Toyota Caldina 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. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
