1948 Ford Prefect vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 858 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Prefect | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2930 mm |
