1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 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 (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | GAZ | GAZ |
| Model | 3110 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 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 |
