1954 Morris Minor vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor 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 115 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 870 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Morris Minor 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 1954 Morris Minor. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Minor | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Morris | Pontiac |
Model | Minor | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 801 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2930 mm |