1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 51 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1951 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 1951 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord 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 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M-20 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| 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 | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
