1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1959 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 GAZ M-20 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | GAZ | Jeep |
| Model | M-20 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2060 mm |
