1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 58 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 490 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 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element 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 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M-20 | Element |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
