1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 60 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 128 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20. 2009 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1949 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1949 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 GAZ M-20 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | GAZ | Toyota |
Model | M-20 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2118 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3240 mm |