1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 57 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 541 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 2011 SsangYong Musso 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1954 GAZ M-20 | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | GAZ | SsangYong |
Model | M-20 | Musso |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |