1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 664 kg more than 1957 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 GAZ M-20 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M-20 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
