1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 54 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1949 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |
