1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky 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 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GAZ |
| Model | Rocky | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
