1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 850 kg more than 1954 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1954 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1954 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 GAZ M-20 | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
