1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 53 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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 35 kg more than 2001 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute 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 | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | M-20 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| 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 | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
