1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 58 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord 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 180 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord 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 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M-20 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2120 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 | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
