1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (235 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 756 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (447 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | 211 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
