1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 55 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 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy 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 75 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Because 1949 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy 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 | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | M-20 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
