1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1969 Dodge Coronet is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Coronet | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
