1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 30 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 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 275 kg more than 1979 Isuzu 117.
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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 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 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | GAZ | Isuzu |
| Model | M-20 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
