1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1969 Toyota Crown is newer by 20 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 2,599 cc, 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown 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 85 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown 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 | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
Make | GAZ | Toyota |
Model | M-20 | Crown |
Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 2118 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |