1952 Austin A vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 273 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Because 1952 Austin A 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 1952 Austin A. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
