1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 143 kg more than 1951 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1951 GAZ M-20 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | GAZ | Toyota |
Model | M-20 | Supra |
Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |