1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, both 1956 GAZ M-20 and 1956 Jeep CJ5 were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | GAZ | Jeep |
| Model | M-20 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2060 mm |
