1957 Ford Popular vs. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 964 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Popular 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 1957 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Popular | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3110 mm |