1958 GAZ M20 vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 115 kg more than 1958 GAZ M20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1958 GAZ M20 has manual transmission. 1958 GAZ M20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 GAZ M20 | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | GAZ | SsangYong |
| Model | M20 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
