1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 55 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 60 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | GAZ | Land Rover |
Model | M-20 | Defender |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |