1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 49 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 490 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.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |
