1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 51 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 273 kg more than 1948 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega 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 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | M-20 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
