1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 405 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Chrysler New Yorker 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 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | New Yorker | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2800 mm |
