1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1950 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 1950 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 GAZ M-20 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M-20 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
