1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 58 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 70 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 1948 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest 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 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M-20 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
