1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 54 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1121 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 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20. 2008 Toyota Sienna 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. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 GAZ M-20 | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
