1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 1990 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1990 Nissan Laurel is newer by 40 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Laurel 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 290 kg more than 1990 Nissan Laurel.
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, 1990 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Laurel 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 | 1990 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M-20 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
