1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 42 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara 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 300 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
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, 1992 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pintara 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 | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M-20 | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
