1955 GAZ M-20 vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 510 kg more than 1955 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1955 GAZ M-20 | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GAZ | Toyota |
Model | M-20 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |