1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 70 kg more than 1952 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Dakota | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
