2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1955 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 802 kg more than 1955 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1955 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Tahoe | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
