2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 61 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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 555 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GAZ |
| Model | Terios | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
