1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 2000 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2000 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2000 Honda Step Wagon.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20. 2000 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1956 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1956 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 2000 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M-20 | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
