1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 62 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 138 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 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 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 | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | GAZ | Volvo |
| Model | M-20 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
