1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 59 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 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1950 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | GAZ | Land Rover |
Model | M-20 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |