2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 GAZ M20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1958 GAZ M20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 GAZ M20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GAZ |
| Model | YRV | M20 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
