1949 MG TD vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 819 kg more than 1949 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 MG TD 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 1949 MG TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | TD | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2790 mm |
