1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 57 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 757 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 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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 | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | GAZ | SsangYong |
| Model | M-20 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
