1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 61 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 104 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1948 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1948 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M-20 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
