1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1947 GAZ M20
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 GAZ M20 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1947 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | GAZ | GAZ |
| Model | 3110 | M20 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
