1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 56 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 35 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.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | M-20 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
