1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20.
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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1953 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1953 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 GAZ M-20 | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M-20 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 5549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
