1952 GAZ M-20 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 440 kg more than 1952 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 GAZ M-20 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
